Rehabilitation

The Rehabilitation Department is a multidisciplinary team composed of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy services. An orthotist is also available on a monthly basis for bracing and prosthetic needs.

Ely Bloomenson Community Hospital’s rehab staff services clients of all ages and a variety of diagnoses in outpatient, home health, hospital settings. The staff at the rehab department consists of highly qualified professionals who stay current with the latest in treatment techniques by attending continuing education program regularly. They recognize each individual’s uniqueness and develop personalized programs to meet their specific needs. Services are covered under Medicare and most insurance policies, with a physician’s written referral. We believe hands-on treatment is an integral component to recovery from injury.

Location Info

Physical Therapy (PT)

Occupational Therapy (OT)

Cardiac Therapy

Location Information: How to find us

The Ely-Bloomenson Community Hospital Rehab Department is located on the west end of the hospital (around the corner from the main hospital entrance). Handicapped parking, including a ramp, is easily accessible. To schedule an appointment call 218-365-8755. Map.

Physical therapy services are also available at Babbitt Rehabilitation Services, a satellite location of the Ely-Bloomenson Community Hospital rehabilitation department. This service is located at 71 South Drive in Babbitt (the Municipal Building – entrance is off of Dental office). To schedule an appointment call 218-827-2255 or 218-365-8755.

Physical Therapy (PT) is the treatment and prevention of illness and injury by physical means to help people achieve their highest level of function following injury, illness, or surgery. PT helps people lead more active and independent lives. PT can

help improve circulation

restore motion

relieve pain

strengthen muscle

prevent injury

improve balance

promote healing.

Goals are achieved through the use of stretching, exercise, physical modalities, manual therapy and soft tissue mobilization, and functional training techniques. Physical therapy treats a wide range of diagnosis including the following:

Sports injuries and work injuries are all treated to maximize your return to play or work.

The OT department will conduct personalized job site analysis, work hardening, ergonomic assessments and on-site educational seminars for groups or businesses.

Even if you haven’t had one of the injuries listed above, you may be having trouble completing small tasks such as opening doors and jars, putting on your socks, etc. Our OT department can help you regain your independence with adaptive devices and education after a home assessment.